Non-structural measures of flood disaster management in India include __________.

A. Flood zonation

B. Flood forecasting

C. Embankment construction

D. Channel improvement 

Choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:  

The correct answer is A and B only  
Important PointsFlood Zonation (A):

• This involves the demarcation or mapping of areas based on their susceptibility to floods.
• It's a strategic approach that involves understanding and classifying regions based on flood risk.
• This information is particularly useful in land-use planning and can help avoid or at least minimize the damage caused by floods.
• For example, high-risk flood zones can be reserved for non-residential use or green spaces.

Flood Forecasting (B):

• Flood forecasting involves predicting when and where flooding is likely to occur.
• It uses real-time weather data and hydrological models to estimate river flows and water levels.
• The forecasts can provide timely warnings to communities in the path of a flood, giving them time to evacuate or take other necessary measures to minimize property damage and loss of life.
• Advanced technology, such as remote sensing and geographical information systems (GIS), can greatly improve the accuracy of these forecasts.

Both of these measures are "non-structural" because they don't involve constructing physical structures like dams or levees. Instead, they rely on data, planning, and communication to reduce the impact of floods. These methods are often more sustainable and cost-effective than structural measures